Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Sphinx Pose Opening.
The Sphinx Pose Opening is a prone chest-opening stretch performed by lying face down and propping the upper body on the forearms. It elongates the abdominals, opens the chest and shoulders, and gently extends the thoracic and lumbar spine.
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The Sphinx Pose Opening is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.